Explanation

(i) Hypogynous flower Gynoecium occupies its highest position. This is called the superior ovary $e.g$., mustard, China rose, brinjal [image:5_image91.png] (ii) Perigynous flower Gynoecium is situated in the centre and other parts are situated at the same level. This condition is called half inferior ovary. $e.g$., plum, rose, peach [image:5_image92.png] (iii) Epigynous flower The other part lies above the ovary. This condition is called the inferior ovary $e.g.,$ of epigynous ovary cucumber, sunflower [image:5_image93.png]